BC NDP MLA Randene Neill says coastal First Nations will be better prepared for disasters thanks to climate adaptation projects
Tla’amin Nation – BC NDP MLA Randene Neill says the Tla’amin and shíshálh nations will be better prepared for disasters with provincial funding to reduce risks from hazards in a changing climate.
“We need to be ready for the impacts of climate change on our coastal communities,” says Randene Neill, MLA for Powell River-Sunshine Coast, “This funding will help coastal First Nations better prepare for and mitigate against coastal erosion and flooding.”
Two local First Nations are receiving funding for projects:
- shíshálh Nation (Sechelt) – C1: Coastal erosion hazard mitigation study – $150,000
- Tla’amin Nation (Sliammon) – C1: Coastal flood protection and seawall extension planning – $150,000
Across B.C.,13 communities are receiving a total of more than $19 million for local projects. The projects will help reduce the impact of future climate disasters by addressing current vulnerabilities and by supporting informed planning and decision making.
The Community Emergency Preparedness Fund supports local governments and First Nations to better prepare for disasters, and reduce risks from natural hazards in a changing climate in several categories
Since 2017, approximately $334 million has been provided through CEPF for more than 2,430 projects across several funding categories.